RCA Communications Systems BR250U1 FM Handheld Transceiver User Manual

RCA Communications Systems FM Handheld Transceiver

User Manual

Copyright © 2009 Discount Two-Way Radio - North American Distributor1BR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction ManualTHANK YOU!Thank you for purchasing the BR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio by RCA Communications Systems. With its exquisite, ergonomic design, the BR250TM is customized for logistics, warehousing, construction, property management and service industries. It meets Class IP54 requirements for dust and water and is equipped with a large speaker.This easy-to-use, push-to-talk radio will deliver you secure, instant and reliable communications at peak efciency. Please carefully read this manual before use in order to achieve maximum performance from your radio.MODELS COVERED IN THIS MANUAL:• BR250 VHF Two-Way Radio• BR250 UHF Two-Way Radio
Copyright © 2009 Discount Two-Way Radio - North American DistributorBR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction Manual2 Safety and General Information.....................4Product Inspection.........................................5RCA BR250TM Overview.................................7Battery Information.....................................10Initial Use.............................................10Applicable Battery Packs.......................10Battery Tips..........................................10Tips to Prolong Battery Life...................11Battery Storage.....................................11Charging the Battery.............................11Steps for Setting Up Your Charger...............13Troubleshooting...................................14No LED Indication............................14Red LED Flashes Rapidly...................14Antenna Information...................................15Assembly and Disassembly...........................15Attaching the Battery...........................15Removing the Battery...........................16Attaching the Antenna........................17Removing the Antenna........................17Attaching / Removing the Belt Clip......18Attaching the Earpiece / Microphone...19Removing the Earpiece / Microphone...19General Radio Operations and Functions.....20Radio Operations.................................20Turn the Radio On/Off......................20Adjust the Volume............................20Select a Channel...............................21Transmitting......................................21Receiving..........................................21Radio Functions....................................21Time-out Timer (TOT).......................21Battery Save Mode...........................21Battery Strength Indicator.................22Low Battery Alert.............................23Busy Channel Lockout (BCL).............23Voice Operated Transmit (VOX)........23 Troubleshooting..........................................25CONTENTS:
Copyright © 2009 Discount Two-Way Radio - North American Distributor3BR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction ManualCare and Cleaning......................................26Optional Accessories...................................27Glossary......................................................32Warranty Statement....................................33CONTENTS continued
-worn: 5.60W/Kg duty factor are- Face Held:5.60W/Kg, BodyThe highest reported SAR value at 50% Copyright © 2009 Discount Two-Way Radio - North American DistributorBR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction Manual4 SAFETY AND GENERAL INFORMATIONPlease observe the following general safety precautions during all phases of operation, service and repair of this equipment. »Turn radio off prior entering any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere, such as gas, petroleum, chemicals, blasting caps, etc. »Do not charge the battery in a potentially explosive atmosphere. »Do not use any portable radio that has a damaged antenna, as it can burn skin. »This equipment is to be serviced only by authorized RCA Communications Systems technicians. Any service performed by unauthorized technicians will void the warranty. »Turn radio off when near electrical blasting caps to avoid possible interference with blasting operations. Obey posted signs such as those in hospitals or blasting areas advising people to turn off all two-way radios. Obey pilots and ight attendants instructions to turn off radios on airplanes. »Do not place a radio over an air bag or in an air bag’s deployment area, as the force with which an air bag is inated could propel the radio and may cause serious injury. »Do not place the radio close to a heat source or expose the radio to direct sunlight for a prolonged time. »Hold the radio while in use in a vertical position with the microphone one to two inches away from your lips. »While wearing a transmitting radio, keep the radio and its antenna at least one inch away from your body.»
Copyright © 2009 Discount Two-Way Radio - North American Distributor5BR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction ManualPRODUCT INSPECTIONPrior to unpacking the BR250TM portable radio, please inspect the packaging for signs of damage and report any damage or missing components immediately to your RCA Communications Systems Sales and Service Outlet. Every BR250TM portable radio comes with the following items:Item Qty.(PCS)CH250R - Desktop Rapid Charger 1B250LI - Li-Ion Battery (1700mAh) 1PS250R - Power Supply 1BC250 - Belt Clip 1STR250 - Handy Carry Strap (prevents dropping the BR250) 1AN250U - Antenna for UHF ModelsAN250V - Antenna for VHF Models1Instruction Manual 1B250LILi-Ion Battery (2000mAh)CH250RDesktopRapid ChargerPS250RPower SupplyBC250Belt ClipSTR250Handy Carry StrapAntennaAN250U - UHF modelsAN250V - VHF models
Copyright © 2009 Discount Two-Way Radio - North American DistributorBR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction Manual6 Notes:The frequency band of the BR250TM is marked on the radio label. If it is not visible, identify the frequency band according to the color circle on the antenna: red indicates UHF and green indicates VHF.
Copyright © 2009 Discount Two-Way Radio - North American Distributor7BR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction ManualRCA BR250 Overview (1) PTT (Push-to-Talk) key(2) SK1 (Side Key 1) (programmable)(3) SK2 (Side Key 2) (programmable)(4) Speaker(5) Microphone(6) Antenna(7) LED Indicator(8) Channel Selector Knob(9) Radio On-Off/ Volume Control Knob(10) Battery Latch(11) Accessory Jack(12) Accessory Cover(13) Belt Clip(14) Battery(15) Screw(16) Electrode Piece
Copyright © 2009 Discount Two-Way Radio - North American DistributorBR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction Manual8 PTT (Push-to-Talk) KeyPress and hold down the PTT key to transmit, release it to receive.SK1 (Side Key 1) Side Key 1 is the programmable key to which your dealer can assign long and short press function. (See Glossary for denitions of long and short press.) SK2 (Side Key 2)Side Key 2 is the programmable key to which your dealer can assign long and short press function. (See Glossary for denitions of long and short press.) LED IndicatorFor information on status of LED Indicator and alert tone, see table on pg. 9 (See Functions and Settings for the detailed operations.)Channel Selector KnobTurn the knob to select channels 1 to 16. Radio On-Off/Volume Control KnobTurn the knob clockwise to turn the radio on, and turn the knob fully counter-clockwise until it clicks to turn the radio off.Turn the knob clockwise to increase the volume, or counter-clockwise to decrease the volume. WARNING!! Make sure the BR250 is at low volume prior to using any earpiece accessory, and then adjust the volume to a comfortable level. Failing to do so may cause ear damage. Battery LatchUse to remove the battery. Accessory Jack The jack is used to connect speaker, microphone, external PTT, earpiece, headset, programming cable and cloning cable.
Copyright © 2009 Discount Two-Way Radio - North American Distributor9BR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction ManualLED Indicator and Alert TonesPower Up in User ModeWhen the radio is turned on, the power up alert tone will sound. When the current channel is a blank channel, the radio continuously beeps.Low Battery Alert LED ashes red and a low-pitched tone sounds at ten second intervals.Transmitting LED glows red when transmitting. When TOT timer expires, the radio continuously beeps. TOT pre-alert causes radio to beep.Receiving LED glows green when carrier is present.ScanningGreen LED ashes every second while scanning is in progress.Scan Start Alert Tone (programmable by your dealer): radio beeps.Scan Exit Alert Tone (programmable by your dealer): radio beeps. Priority Channel Scan Alert Tone (programmable by your dealer): if the current channel is the priority channel when scanning, the radio beeps.Power AdjustA low-pitched tone sounds when transmit power is adjusted from high to low. A high-pitched tone sounds when transmit power is adjusted from low to high.VOX A high-pitched tone sounds when the VOX feature is activated. A low-pitched tone sounds when the VOX feature is disabled.
Copyright © 2009 Discount Two-Way Radio - North American DistributorBR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction Manual10 BATTERY INFORMATION Initial UseNew batteries are shipped from the factory uncharged. Charge a new battery approximately 12 hours prior to initial use (applies to Ni-CD, Ni-MH and Li-Ion batteries charged with slow or rapid rate charger). NOTE: The Indicator Light will turn GREEN approximately one hour after battery is placed in a Rapid Rate Charger; however, it is strongly recommended the battery charge for 12 hours. This initializes it and allows for the best performance. Maximum battery capacity is normally achieved after two or three full charge / discharge cycles. If battery power runs low, recharge the battery. Batteries that are brand new or that have been stored for an extended period of time (several weeks), may require more time to fully charge.Applicable Battery PacksTo reduce the risk of injury, use only batteries specied by RCA Communications Systems.Caution:1. To avoid risk of personal injury, do not dispose of batteries in a re.2. Dispose of batteries according to local recycling regulations. Do not dispose as household waste.3. Never attempt to disassemble the battery.Battery Tips:1. When charging a battery, keep it at a temperature between 41°F ~ 104°F (5°C ~ 40°C) to ensure a full charge. Temperatures outside this range signicantly reduce battery life.2. Before charging a battery attached to a radio, turn the radio off to ensure a full charge. Never leave a radio on while it is
Copyright © 2009 Discount Two-Way Radio - North American Distributor11BR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction Manualin the charger, as it can damage both the battery and the radio; the charger is not a radio stand.3. Do not cut off the power supply or remove battery while charging.4. Never charge a battery that is wet. Dry it with soft cloth prior charging.5. The battery will eventually weaken. When the operating time (talk-time and standby time) is noticeably shorter than normal, replace the battery.Tips To Prolong Battery Life:1. Battery performance greatly decreases at temperatures below -4°F (-20°C).Having a spare battery is always necessary in extremely cold environments. A cold battery may work again when it returns to room temperature,so keep it for later use.2. Dust on the battery contact may cause the battery not to work or charge properly. Use a clean dry cloth to wipe it before attaching the battery to the radio. 3. Batteries with damaged contacts can be extremely dangerous. Any battery with damage to one or more contacts should be replaced immediately and not used under any circumstances. Battery Storage1. Fully charge a battery before storing it for an extended period of time to avoid battery damage due to over-discharge.2. Recharge a battery after three months storage to avoid reduced battery capacity due to over-discharge.3. When storing a battery, keep it in a dry place at room temperature.Charging the Battery 1. When the battery level is very low, recharge it. It is never recommended to completely drain the battery, which may cause your
Copyright © 2009 Discount Two-Way Radio - North American DistributorBR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction Manual12 battery to malfunction and no longer accept a charge.2. Use only chargers specied by RCA Communications Systems. When the charger’s LED illuminates red, it is an indication that the battery is being correctly charged. When the LED illuminates green, the battery charge is complete.Status Charged LEDStandby (no-load) Red LED slowly ashes (0.2s on/3s off )Battery is charging Red LED solidly glowsBattery is fully charged Green LED solidly glowsError Red LED rapidly ashes (0.2s on/0.2s off)
Copyright © 2009 Discount Two-Way Radio - North American Distributor13BR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction Manual4. Make sure the battery contact is touching the charging terminals. The charging process begins when the red LED light illuminates.5. The green LED light will illuminate approximately one hour later, indicating the battery is fully charged. Steps for setting up your charger:1. Plug the adapter’s AC connector into the AC outlet socket.2. Plug the adapter’s DC connector into the DC socket on the back of the charger. 3. Place the radio with the battery attached, or the battery alone, in the charger.
Copyright © 2009 Discount Two-Way Radio - North American DistributorBR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction Manual14 Troubleshooting:When troubleshooting, always observe the color of the LED:No LED Indication1. Make sure that the power cord is plugged into an appropriate AC outlet.Red LED ashes rapidly (0.2s on/0.2s off)Remove the battery from the charger, and:1. Make sure that you are using an original RCA Communications Systems battery. Remove power from the battery charger. Clean the charger and the battery’s charging contacts using a clean, dry cloth.2. Make sure the battery temperature isn’t above 113°F. (45°C)3. Power up the charger and place the battery back into the charging cup. If the LED indicator continues to ash red, most likely, the battery can no longer be charged and must be replaced. To determine if the battery requires replacement, place the battery pack into another charger that you know is working properly. If the LED continually ashes red, battery replacement is necessary.Notes:• When the battery charger detects the proper battery conditions, rapid charging begins automatically (steady red LED).• If the battery temperature is above 113°F (45°C), the charger will report the fault by flashing the red LED rapidly (0.2s on/0.2s off), and will not charge until the battery temperature is below 113°F (45°C) with the red LED changing to solid illumination.
Copyright © 2009 Discount Two-Way Radio - North American Distributor15BR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction ManualANTENNA INFORMATION• Stubby (3”) antennas are ideal for communication within limited range, and standard (6”) antennas optimize coverage; the longer the antenna, the better the coverage is. If you use a stubby antenna for convenience instead of a standard length antenna, you can expect approximately a 30% reduction in coverage. When using a two-way radio outdoors, heavy rain, snow, buildings or thick forest can dramatically reduce radio coverage.ASSEMBLY AND DISASSEMBLYAttaching the Battery1. Hold the battery and attach it close to the top of aluminum chassis. (Note: Insert tab on top of the battery into the top of battery slot.) See Figure 1. 2. Lightly press the bottom of the battery until Figure 1it clicks. This signies that the battery latch is locked to the main unit and assembly is nished. See Figure 2.Note: If the battery is not securely locked, remove it and reattach it.Figure 2
Copyright © 2009 Discount Two-Way Radio - North American DistributorBR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction Manual16 Removing the Battery1. First, turn off the radio. Hold the top of radio and press the belt clip to make its tail turn up. Lift the battery latch in the direction of the arrow. See Figure 3. 2. When the bottom of the battery is turned up, release the battery latch and remove the battery. (Note: When the battery is turned up, keep the angle between the battery and main unit small so the battery doesn’t get scratched.) See Figure 4.Figure 3Figure 4
Copyright © 2009 Discount Two-Way Radio - North American Distributor17BR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction ManualAttaching the Antenna1. Insert the antenna into the big screw thread hole on top of the main unit. 2. Turn the antenna clockwise until it is screwed down as shown in Figure 5 below.Figure 5Removing the Antenna To remove the antenna, turn it counter-clockwise as shown in Figure 6 below.Figure 6
Copyright © 2009 Discount Two-Way Radio - North American DistributorBR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction Manual18 Attaching/Removing the Belt Clip 1. Using a small screwdriver, remove the screws from the back of the radio’s chassis. 2. Align the belt clip’s screw holes to the radio’s chassis. Turn the screw clockwise into the belt clip’s screw holes. See Figure 7 below. 3. To remove the belt clip, turn the screwdriver counter-clockwise to loosen the screw. See Figure 8 below. Figure 7-Attaching the Belt ClipFigure 8-Removing the Belt Clip
Copyright © 2009 Discount Two-Way Radio - North American Distributor19BR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction Manual2. Firmly plug the audio accessory into the accessory jack and secure the screw. See Figure 10. Warning!! Over-tightening accessories may cause damage to the radio that is not covered under warranty. 3. To remove the audio accessory from the jack, turn the screw counter-clockwise and remove the accessory.Attaching/Removing the Earpiece/Microphone 1. Open the accessory cover without removing it, as shown in Figure 9.Figure 9Figure 10
Copyright © 2009 Discount Two-Way Radio - North American DistributorBR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction Manual20 GENERAL RADIO OPERATIONS AND FUNCTIONSRadio OperationsTurn the Radio On/OffTurn the radio on-off /volume control knob clockwise to turn on the radio, and an alert tone will be heard. Turn the radio on-off /volume control knob counter-clockwise until it clicks to turn off the radio. See Figure 1.Figure 1Adjust the VolumeTurn the volume control knob clockwise/counter-clockwise to increase/decrease the volume. See Figure 2.Figure 2
Copyright © 2009 Discount Two-Way Radio - North American Distributor21BR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction ManualSelect a Channel Turn the channel selector knob to select a channel. See Figure 3.Figure 3TransmittingTo transmit, press and hold down PTT key and speak into the microphone. Hold the radio be-tween one and two inches away from your lips (2.5 to 5 centimeters).ReceivingTo receive signal, release the PTT key.Radio FunctionsNote: To simplify operation and ensure maximum performance, the following functions are disabled by default. They can be acivated by your authorized RCA Communications Systems dealer for an additional charge. Time-out Timer (TOT)This limits the amount of time the radio user can continuously transmit on a channel. If the user holds down the PTT longer than the preprogrammed limit, the radio automatically stops transmitting and generates a warning tone until the PTT is released.A dealer may program the alert tone that sounds before the TOT timer nearly expires.See Glossary for the denition of Time-out Timer. Battery Save ModeThis feature can be enabled by your dealer. The
Copyright © 2009 Discount Two-Way Radio - North American DistributorBR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction Manual22 Battery Save feature is automatically activated when no activities or operations have been performed (no key press and no knob selection) for an extended period of time.Pressing any key or receiving a signal will end the Battery Save mode and restore the radio to normal operation. See Glossary for the denition of Battery Save Mode.Battery Strength Indicator The LED light on top of the radio allows you to check the battery status by illuminating lights with different colors. This feature is programmed by your RCA Communications Systems dealer upon request. Please refer to the table below:Battery Strength LED Indication70% - 100% Green50% - 70% Orange30% - 50% Red10% - 30% LED is unlit when the programmed key is pressed and ashes red while the radio is operating. Less than 10%LED is unlit when the programmed key is pressed. While the radio is on standby, LED ashes red and a low-pitched tone sounds at ten second intervals. Pressing the PTT then activates the talk prohibit tone.
Copyright © 2009 Discount Two-Way Radio - North American Distributor23BR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction ManualLow Battery AlertFor extra convenience, when the battery level is low, the LED ashes red and a low-pitched tone sounds every ten seconds to alert users to recharge the battery. Busy Channel Lockout (BCL)Avoid interference with other users on the same channel by preventing transmission if another talkgroup is currently speaking over the air. The radio will generate a continuous tone when the PTT is pressed and will not allow a second transmission to “step-on”the current conversation. Releasing the PTT will cancel the tone.Voice Operated Transmit (VOX)You can transmit hands-free with the use of optional accessories. The quality of the transmission and performance of the radio may be degraded. The radio will automatically begin transmitting when you speak and stop transmitting when you stop. For optimum performance, this feature is not recommended in high noise environments. See Glossary for denition of VOX. Press the programmed VOX key to activate or turn off the VOX feature and an alert tone sounds accordingly. Your dealer can enable/disable the VOX feature and set the VOX sensitivity. When the VOX feature is enabled, the user can transmit hands-free with VOX accessories. Note: Usage of non RCA Communicatios Systems VOX accessories is not recommended! 1. Press the programmed VOX key to activate the VOX feature.2. Select VOX on the PTT/VOX earpiece switch. 3. Plug the earpiece into the accessory jack.
-ware is 100%.The maximum duty factor supported by hard50% of the using time in VOX and PTT mode.Users should always transmit no more thanCopyright © 2009 Discount Two-Way Radio - North American DistributorBR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction Manual24 4. Speak into the earpiece microphone, and your voice will be transmitted. When transmitting with VOX accessories, you may faintly hear your own voice from the VOX earpiece. Press the PTT of your radio to disable the VOX feature. Turn the radio off and on again or plug the earpiece into the accessory jack again to restore the VOX feature. Note: Regardless of whether or not the VOX feature is enabled, if you select PTT on the PTT/VOX earpiece switch, you can transmit by pressing the external PTT. Do not push the switch from PTT to VOX or the radio will continuously transmit. When continuous transmission occurs, push the PTT/VOX switch from VOX to PTT, or activate the radio again to restore the radio to operation use.Note: For more information on the accessories that are available for the BR250TM, please see the Optional Accessories available on page 26, contact your dealer or visit:www.dtwr.com/rca
Copyright © 2009 Discount Two-Way Radio - North American Distributor25BR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction ManualSymptom SolutionCannot power on the radioa. The battery needs charging. Recharge the battery or replace it with a fresh one.b. The battery is not properly installed. Remove the battery and reattach it.The operating time is noticeably shorter than normal even though the battery is properly charged.a. The battery has worn out; it is time to buy a new battery.b. The battery is not fully charged. Make sure that the battery is removed after LED indicator has turned green.Cannot talk to or hear group membersa. Make sure that your radio operates on the same frequency and has the same CTCSS/CDCSS settings as your group members.b. Make sure you are within their communication range.Hear non-group members Please change your CTCSS/CDCSS settings and have your group members do so, also.No voice or low voice while transmittinga. Turn the volume control knob to its maximum volume. b. Return the radio to your dealer to check for microphone damage.TROUBLESHOOTING
Copyright © 2009 Discount Two-Way Radio - North American DistributorBR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction Manual26 CARE AND CLEANING• Do not directly handle the radio by its antenna or external microphone.• Do not place the radio in a dusty or dirty environment.• Clean the radio with a lint-free cloth moistened with clean water and/or a mild dishwashing liquid to remove dirt, grease, and dust. • Avoid subjecting the radio to corrosives, solvents or spirits.
Copyright © 2009 Discount Two-Way Radio - North American Distributor27BR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction ManualOptional AccessoriesStubby AntennaAN250SU – UHFAN250SV - VHFMore compact and convenient than the standard antenna, but reduces coverage by approximately 30%.Multi-Unit Rapid-Rate ChargerCH250R6More convenient and saves space by using one power outlet for 6 radios.Heavy Duty, Remote Speaker MicrophoneSM250LNo need to remove the radio from your waist, which prevents radio damage or loss.
Copyright © 2009 Discount Two-Way Radio - North American DistributorBR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction Manual28 Optional Accessories continuedLight Duty, Remote Speaker MicrophoneHMN250MLighter and more compact than the heavy duty microphone but with the same benets.Professional Receive-Only Earpiece w/ Transparent Acoustic Tube (for use with remote speaker microphones)LOE250SCLightweight earpiece for use with speaker mics and when transmitting is not necessary.Economy Receive-Only Earpiece(for use with remote speaker microphones)LOE250EHSame functions as the professional earpiece but at economical price.
Copyright © 2009 Discount Two-Way Radio - North American Distributor29BR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction ManualOptional Accessories continuedEar-Hook Style Earpiece with Microphone PTTBDN6105EHServes the same function as the professional surveillance kit at an economical price.Surveillance Kit with Palm Mic and In-Line PTTBDN7203AProfessional, high quality earpiece ideal for radio users requiring discreet communication.Lightweight Over-The-Head Headset with In-line PTTHS250LWHDurable and inexpensive. Perfect for retail stores, restaurants and bars.
Copyright © 2009 Discount Two-Way Radio - North American DistributorBR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction Manual30 Optional Accessories continuedHeavy Duty, Over-The-Head HeadsetH0500DFor use in high noise environments such as airports, race tracks and manufacturing plants (-24dB noise reduction). Heavy Duty, Behind-the-Head HeadsetH4500DWhen a hard hat is necessary in high noise environments.Leather Holster (xed or swivel clip)HL250CMore durable and stronger than Nylon. Offers the best protection for your BR250TM radio.
Copyright © 2009 Discount Two-Way Radio - North American Distributor31BR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction ManualOptional Accessories continuedNylon Holster (xed or swivel clip)HN250CPrevents loss and prolongs your radio life by preventing unnecessary drops and abuse.Waterproof BagHNWPBGProtect your BR250TM radio when working around water.Chest PackCHEST-AFor those applications when securing the BR250TM radio to your waist is not possible.
Copyright © 2009 Discount Two-Way Radio - North American DistributorBR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction Manual32 GLOSSARYShort Press - Key press shorter than 1.5 secondsLong Press - Key press longer than 1.5 secondsStandby Status - In normal mode, no key operation is made on the radio and the radio is in receiving status.CTCSS/CDCSS - The setting of CTCSS/CDCSS code in transmitting party must match that in the receiving party for the receiver to unmute its output audio.Battery Save - The function is to save battery power and prolong the operation time. Once no activity or operations are occurring on the channel, the radio will be on and off alternately.Time-out Timer (TOT) - The time-out timer feature stops someone from talking too long and tying up the channel.Squelch - The purpose of squelch is to mute audio output from the speaker when no signals are present. Open the squelch to unmute radio speaker.Squelch Off - Always unmute speaker to receive audio as well as background noise.Monitor - Carrier condition must be satised for the radio to unmute to an incoming call, regardless of CTCSS/CDCSS condition.continued >
Copyright © 2009 Discount Two-Way Radio - North American Distributor33BR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction ManualMomentary - Hold down the Function key to activate the status, and release it to turn it off.Scan - The scan feature enables the radio to continuously scan each channel for activity.Busy Channel Lockout - Avoid interference with users on same channel by preventing transmission if another talkgroup is already on the air.VOX - The radio will automatically begin transmitting when you speak.GLOSSARY continuedWARRANTY STATEMENTRCA Communications Systems warrants each new radio product it supplies to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for the time period listed below, provided that the user has complied with the requirements stated herein.The warranty period begins on the date of purchase from an Authorized RCA Communications Systems Sales and Service Outlet. This warranty is offered to the original end user and is not assignable or transferable. RCA Communications Systems is not responsible for any ancillary equipment which is attached to or used in conjunction with RCA Communications Systems products.
Copyright © 2009 Discount Two-Way Radio - North American DistributorBR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction Manual34 RCA Communications Systems offers to the original end user a Two (2) Year Limited Warranty on the RCA BR250TM Radio Handset. The BR250TM Antenna, BR250TM Battery and the BR250TM Battery Charger are covered under a One (1) Year Limited Warranty. The BR250TM Belt Clip is not covered under the warranty.During this period, if the product fails to function under normal use because of manufacturing defect(s) or workmanship, it should be returned to the Authorized RCA Communications Systems Sales and Service Outlet from which it was purchased. The Sales and Service Outlet will repair the product to full operating specications or replace the product with a new product of the same make and model. The user is responsible for all charges incurred in returning the product to the Authorized RCA Communications Systems Sales and Service Outlet. RCA Communications Systems will be responsible for all charges in returning the product to the end user via standard ground shipping service.RCA Communications Systems shall have no obligation to repair or replace the product, if there is damage as a result of normal wear and tear or if the damage is caused in whole or in part by catastrophe, fault or negligence of the user, improper or unauthorized alterations or repairs to the product, incorrect wiring, use of the product in a manner for which it was not designed, or by causes external to the product. This warranty is void if the product serial number is altered, defaced or removed.THE EXPRESS WARRANTIES CONTAINED HEREIN ARE IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EITHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED OR STATUTORY, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
Copyright © 2009 Discount Two-Way Radio - North American Distributor35BR250TM Professional Two-Way Radio Instruction ManualFOR ANY PRODUCT WHICH DOES NOT COMPLY WITH THE WARRANTY SPECIFIED, THE SOLE REMEDY WILL BE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT. IN NO EVENT WILL RCA COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS BE LIABLE TO THE BUYER OR ITS CUSTOMERS FOR ANY DAMAGES, INLCUDING ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, OR THE LOSS OF PROFIT, REVENUE OR DATA ARISING OUT OF THE USE OR THE INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCT.RCA Communications Systems endeavors to achieve the accuracy and completeness of this manual, but is not liable for any possible omission and printing mistakes. All the above specications and design are subject to change without prior notice.All the reproduction and translation of this manual without authorization is prohibited.In this manual, we strive to achieve accuracy and completeness, but provide no warranty of accuracy or reliability. All the above specications and design are subject to change without notice due to continuous development.No part of this manual may be copied, reproduced, translated, stored in a retrieval system, distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, for any purpose without the expressed, written permission from RCA Communications Systems.The end-user of any two-way radio is solely responsible for obtaining any license or other authorizations required by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). For further information visit www.fcc.gov or call 1-888-CALL-FCC (1-888-225-5322).
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